Europe Wrap: Asian stars steal spotlight

Tue, 28 Oct, 2025

Europe Wrap: Asian stars steal spotlight

Kuala Lumpur: Australia international Apostolos Stamatelopoulos, his countryman Zachary Sapsford and Japan international Koki Ogawa all found the back of the net as their clubs made inroads in major European leagues. 

There were also fine performances from more of the Continent’s best, so follow the-AFC.com as we look at what Asia’s finest have been up to in Europe.

#ACLELITE – Vote for your VISA Top Goals of MD3

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

#ACLELITE – Vote for your VISA Top Goals of MD3

Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Three of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26™ served up a clutch of finishes that defined matches: set-piece stunners, ruthless counters and cool heads in crowded boxes.

We've picked eight strikes from West to East – some crafted by slick team play, others carved by pure individual brilliance. Relive each moment below and back your favourite.

Preview -Group Stage: Matchday Two

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

Preview -Group Stage: Matchday Two

Kuala Lumpur: The AFC Challenge League™ 2025/26 Group Stage is set for a scintillating Matchday Two with the teams having no room for error.

Some enjoyed flying starts while other need victories to get their campaigns back on track and the-AFC.com takes a look at how the groups stand, with Matchday Two action to take place on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The three group winners and best second-placed side from the West Zone will advance to the quarter-finals while the top two sides from the two East Zone groups will progress.

Preview: Round of 16

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

Preview: Round of 16

Sale: Asia will have three representatives as the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2025 enters the knockout stage with Round of 16 action.

Leading the continent's charge will be defending champions DPR Korea with China PR and Japan also aiming to lay their hands on the trophy.

West Asia Wrap: Al Nassr maintain relentless pace; Qatar SC in charge

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

West Asia Wrap: Al Nassr maintain relentless pace; Qatar SC in charge

Doha: Al Nassr Club's sizzling season continued with a 2-0 defeat of Al Hazm as they stayed perfect in the Saudi Pro League.

Qatar SC lead the race in Qatar while there were also matches in Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait and Lebanon so join the-AFC.com in our weekly review of the domestic action across West Asia.

Central & South Asia Wrap: Tractor on fire; Paro bag sixth overall title

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

Central & South Asia Wrap: Tractor on fire; Paro bag sixth overall title

Tehran: Tractor FC followed up their AFC Champions League Elite™ 2025/26 win against Sharjah FC earlier last week by pushing Iran Pro League leaders Gol Gohar off the top with a second 5-0 win.

Paro FC claimed their fourth straight title, and sixth overall, in the Bhutan Premier League while Kyrgyz Premier League newcomers FC Bars Issyk-Kul claimed pole position in the standings for the first time.
 
Join the-AFC.com as we take a look at the past week's domestic action across Central and South Asia.